crosstie Synonyms
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crosstie Meaning
Wordnet
crosstie (n)
one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track
crosstie Sentence Examples
- The railway workers replaced the worn crossties to ensure the safety of the train tracks.
- Wooden crossties provide support and stability to the rails, preventing them from shifting.
- Each crosstie is securely fastened to the rails with spikes or screws.
- The engineer inspected the crossties for signs of damage or decay during routine maintenance.
- Railroad companies often recycle old crossties to reduce waste and environmental impact.
- The construction crew laid down new crossties as part of the track renovation project.
- Over time, the wooden crossties may deteriorate due to exposure to weather and heavy loads.
- The crossties spaced evenly along the tracks help distribute the weight of passing trains.
- Workers used a specialized machine to lift and position the heavy crossties during installation.
- The train slowed down as it approached the section of track where the crossties had been replaced.
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one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track
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The railway workers replaced the worn crossties to ensure the safety of the train tracks.
Wooden crossties provide support and stability to the rails, preventing them from shifting.
Each crosstie is securely fastened to the rails with spikes or screws.
The engineer inspected the crossties for signs of damage or decay during routine maintenance.
